Chapter 4: Fun with Tux Paint

The Outcomes
By the end of this chapter, you will know:

 The basic tools in Tux Paint: Line, Shapes, Stamp, and Magic.
 How to use these tools to draw simple pictures in Tux Paint.

Get Set

SHAKA LAKA BOOM BOOM

Once upon a time in Mumbai, there was a boy named Sanju who found a special pencil
in his grandfather's attic. When he drew with it and said "Shaka Laka Boom Boom,"
everything he drew came to life! He made colorful butterflies, playful puppies, and
even a flying carpet that took him on adventures around the city.

Sanju learned to use his magic pencil wisely and discovered that creativity and kindness
were the most powerful magic of all. With his pencil, he made his world a magical
place, full of fun and surprises for everyone around him.

Welcome to the magical world of Tux Paint, where creativity knows no bounds! In this
chapter, get ready to dive into a world of colors, shapes, and imagination. Tux Paint is like a
magic brush that lets you create wonderful artworks right on your computer screen. Are you
excited to unleash your creativity and bring your ideas to life? Let's embark on this colorful
journey together and discover the endless possibilities of art with Tux Paint!

Tux Paint

Tux Paint is a computer program for kids to draw and paint pictures. It's named after Tux, a
cute penguin. Kids can use brushes, shapes, stamps, and cool effects to make art. It's easy
with colorful buttons and choices. There's a button to fix mistakes and lots of colors to use.
Kids can write words and change the background. Schools and homes like it for fun art
projects.
Titbits

Special Effects: Tux Paint offers fun special effects through its ""Magic"
Magic" tools, which add
sparkle, animations, and other whimsical elements to artworks created by children. These
tools enhance creativity and make drawing more engaging for young users.

Using the Line Tool

The Line tool in Tux Paint helps you draw straig

straight lines. Follow these steps:

Step 1: Open Tux Paint by clicking on its icon.

Step 2: Click on the Line tool on the left side.
Step 3: Choose a color from the colors at the bottom.
Step 4: Click where you want your line to start on the canvas.
Step 5: Dragg the mouse to where you want the line to end and let go.

Now you've drawn a straight line in your picture!

 Image: Line tool in Tux Paint

Using Shapes Tool

The Shapes tool in Tux Paint helps you draw different shapes like circles, squares, and
triangles. Follow these steps:

Step 1: Click on the Shapes tool on the left side.

Step 2: Choose a shape you want to draw.
Step 3: Pick a color from the colors at the bottom.
Step 4: Click where you want your shape to start on the canvas.
Step 5: Drag the mouse to make your shape the size you want, then let go.

Now you've added a shape to your drawing!

Image: Shapes tool in Tux Paint

Using the Stamp Tool

The Stamp tool lets you add fun images like animals, flowers, and more to your drawing.
Here’s how to use it:
Step 1: Click on the Stamp tool on the left side of the screen.
Step 2: Scroll through the stamp options and choose one you like.
Step 3: Click on the drawing canvas where you want to place the stamp.
Step 4: Adjust the size of the stamp using the up and down arrows if needed.

Now you have added a fun image to your drawing!

Image: Stamp tool in Tux Paint

Quick Check:

Imagine you're using Tux Paint to draw. Which tool would you use to draw a straight line?

A) Shapes tool B) Magic tool C) Line tool

Using the Magic Tool

The Magic tool adds special effects to your drawing, like rainbow colours and sparkles.
Here’s how to use it:
 Step 1: Click on the Magic tool on the left side of the screen.
 Step 2: Choose a magic effect from the options that appear.
 Step 3: Click on the drawing canvas where you want to apply the effect.

Your drawing now has a cool magic effect!

Common Effects of the Magic Tool
Let’s learn about some common effects of the Magic tool:

Rainbow Effect
 Step 1: Click on the Magic tool.
 Step 2: Choose the Rainbow effect.
 Step 3: Click and drag the mouse on the canvas to create rainbow colors.

Rainbow effect in Tux Paint

Sparkles Effect
 Step 1: Click on the Magic tool.
 Step 2: Choose the Sparkles effect.
 Step 3: Click on the areas where you want sparkles to appear.
Your drawing will now have rainbow colors and sparkles!
 Sparkle effect in Tux Paint

Enabling and Disabling the Sound

To control the sound in Tux Paint, follow these steps:

 Step 1: Find the Sound d button at the top right.

 Step 2: Click it once to turn the sound on or off.

Now you can decide if you want to hear sounds while you draw in Tux Paint!

PLEASE ADD THE IMAGE OF TUX PAINT SCREEN

SC
SHOWING THE SOUND OPTION ON THE TOP RIGHT
CORNER

Quick Check

What tool in Tux Paint helps you add special effects like rainbow colors and sparkles to your
drawing?

A) Shapes tool

B) Stamp tool

C) Line tool

D) Magic tool

Titbits
Wide Range of Colors: Tux Paint offers a lot of colors to choose from. You can pick your
favorite color from the palette at the bottom of the screen and use it to make your
yo drawings
colorful and bright!
 Image: Undo button in Tux Paint

Slide Show

Want to show your drawings to friends and family? Here's how you can create a slide show:
 Step 1: Save your drawings by clicking the Save button.
 Step 2: Click on the Open button to see all your saved drawings.
 Step 3: Select the drawings you want in your slide show.
 Step 4: Click on the Slide Show button at the bottom.
 Step 5: Sit back and watch your drawings in a slide show!

Now you can enjoy your drawings in a fun slide show!

Slide show in Tux Paint

Printing the Drawing

You can print your drawings to hang them on the wall or share them with others. Here’s
how:
 Step 1: Click on the Print button on the top right corner of the screen.
 Step 2: Make sure your printer is connected and turned on.
 Step 3: Follow the instructions that appear to print your drawing.

Now you can hold your beautiful drawing in your hands!

 Image: Printing the drawing in Tux Paint.

Quick Check

Think about your favorite animal. Draw a picture of it using Tux Paint. What colors will you
use to make it look special?

Key Insights

 Tux Paint is a fun program for kids to draw and paint. They use brushes, shapes, stamps,
and special effects.
 You can draw lines with the Line tool, make shapes like circles and squares with the
Shapes tool, add images with the Stamp tool, and create sparkles with the Magic tool.
 Tux Paint has easy buttons and colors, so it's simple for kids to use and make their own
pictures.
 After drawing something, you can save it to show later or make a slideshow to share
with friends and family.
 You can also print your drawings from Tux Paint if you want to keep them on paper.
 There are lots of colors to choose from, and you can undo mistakes if you make any. The
Magic tool adds cool effects like rainbow colors and sparkles.
 Tux Paint helps kids learn to use a computer and be creative. It's used in schools and
homes for fun drawing and painting on the computer.

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs):

1. What is Tux Paint?

a) A typing software

b) A drawing software

c) A music software
 d) A game software

2. Which tool in Tux Paint is used to draw straight lines?

a) Shapes tool

b) Stamp tool

c) Line tool

d) Magic tool

3. What can you do with the Stamp tool in Tux Paint?

a) Draw shapes

b) Add pre-made pictures

c) Erase parts of your drawing

d) Change the background color

4. How can you enable or disable sound in Tux Paint?

a) Using the Line tool

b) From the settings menu

c) By clicking the mouse

d) By drawing shapes

Fill in the Blanks:

1. Tux Paint is a fun __________ software.

2. The __________ tool is used to draw straight lines.

3. The Stamp tool adds __________ pictures to your drawing.

4. You can print your drawing using the __________ button.

True or False:

1. Tux Paint can be used to create animations.

2. The Magic tool can create special effects.

3. You cannot disable the sound in Tux Paint.

4. The Line tool is used to add pre-made pictures.

Subjective Section

1. What is Tux Paint and how is it used?

2. Explain how to use the Shapes tool in Tux Paint.

3. Describe the steps to print a drawing in Tux Paint.

4. What are some common effects of the Magic tool?

In the Lab

Activity: Magical House in Tux Paint

1. Start Tux Paint:

 Open Tux Paint on your computer.

2. Draw Your House:

 Use the Shapes tool to draw a square for the base and a triangle for the roof.
 Add a door and windows using the Line tool.

3. Add Magic Effects:

 Click the Magic tool.

 Choose a magic effect like rainbow or sparkles.
 Click on your drawing to apply the magic!
4. Personalize Your House:

 Use different colors and tools to decorate your house.

 Add stamps or draw more details.

5. Save and Share:

 Click Save to save your artwork.

 Show your magical house to friends and family!

Have fun creating your magical masterpiece!

 NEP CONNECT

Bharat Connect

Create a Kite Festival Scene

Objective: Use Tux Paint to draw colorful kites flying high for Independence Day.

Steps:

1. Open Tux Paint.

2. Draw kites of different shapes and sizes.

3. Color them with vibrant colors.

4. Add strings and decorative patterns.

5. Use special effects like sparkles.

6. Save and share your artwork!

Outcome: Celebrate Independence Day by creating a festive kite scene with Tux Paint.

Subject Connect

From the picture count the

he number of squares, triangles & circles and write in the provided
spaces below:

1. Squares: ……………………………………
………………………………………….
2. Triangles: ………………………………………..
3. Circles: …………………………………………..